Description

Silane, Trichloro(1-Phenylethyl)- is a specialized organosilicon compound characterized by a reactive trichlorosilyl group attached to a chiral 1-phenylethyl moiety. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate for introducing silicon-based functionality and chirality into advanced materials. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production chemists in the fine chemical and advanced materials sectors. The compound, with CAS number 7726-28-5, is essential for synthesizing tailored silanes, surface modifiers, and potential ligands for asymmetric catalysis.

Application

• Chiral Silane Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for the preparation of enantiomerically pure organosilanes used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to functionalize inorganic surfaces (e.g., silica, metals) with chiral organic groups to create advanced composite materials.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where silicon-containing chiral centers are required.
• Ligand Precursor: Acts as a precursor for chiral ligands in transition metal catalysis, enhancing selectivity in chemical transformations.
• Adhesion Promoter: Can be utilized to improve the adhesion between organic polymers and inorganic substrates in specialized coatings and sealants.
• Advanced Material Research: Fundamental for R&D in novel silicon-based polymers, liquid crystals, and supramolecular assemblies with specific stereochemical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Silane, Trichloro(1-Phenylethyl)-
CAS No.	7726-28-5
Molecular Formula	C8H9Cl3Si
Molecular Weight	245.60 g/mol
Synonyms	(1-Phenylethyl)trichlorosilane; α-Methylbenzyltrichlorosilane; 1-Phenylethyltrichlorosilane; Trichloro(1-phenylethyl)silane; (RS)-1-Phenylethyltrichlorosilane; (±)-1-Phenylethyltrichlorosilane; Benzyltrichlorosilane, α-methyl-
EINECS	231-780-7

Quality Control

Every batch of Trichloro(1-Phenylethyl)silane is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity (by GC), identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts vigorously with strong acids and bases; it must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) and away from incompatible materials such as water, alcohols, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.22 g/cm³
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.525
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.